Our Values

Respect

We treat others with deep regard, acknowledging their feelings, wishes, rights, and traditions, including their right to choose to engage (or not) on their own terms.

Curiosity

We approach all interactions with a curious, open mind and a willingness to learn from others. 

Warmth

Our interactions are the opposite of clinical or cold: we strive for approachability, an appreciative mindset, and meaningful moments of connection.

Consent

We are explicit in asking for and confirming an informed consent. You decide whether your story is shared, anonymously. 

 

Reciprocity

We believe the process of learning about wellbeing should promote wellbeing, and that community members are the first beneficiaries of their own collective wisdom.

Multiplicity

There is no single truth to uncover; instead, there are multiple truths and infinite ways of being and knowing in the world. We’re not trying to uncover a dominant story.

Subjectivity

We see value in the effort to understand how individuals and communities make sense of their experiences in the world, because that’s what actually shapes our behaviour.

Co-Creation

As much as possible, we invite folks in to collaborate in a process of shared meaning making.